The Underground Palace Is Descending

"I don't know whether you truly survived for so many years through some means, or merely inherited something from that detestable Federation."

Black Shadow's body flickered. "From the thoughts I've 'seen,' you seem very powerful—one of the strongest people in this world. And since you know so much, you must also understand the might of the Great Existence." He watched He Ao, seemingly awaiting his answer. Few B-rankers could resist the temptation of becoming an angel.

If He Ao showed even the slightest hesitation, it would mean Black Shadow had a chance to exploit it.

"Sorry, I'm not interested in being someone else's dog."

He Ao adjusted the brooch on his chest and held the Shadowless Sword across his body.

"You foolish, arrogant bastard!"

Black Shadow glared at He Ao and raised both hands. "Then become my food!"

Strands of Orange Light lit up within the silent Moonlight branch building, spreading across every floor.

Distorted, shrieking, bewitching voices rang out like a symphony echoing through the heavens.

"I had planned to wait until those monsters and humans entered this building, until I had enough sacrifices,"

Black Shadow stared at He Ao. "Then I would completely ignite the chaos in this city, turn everyone into my slaves, and bring the New World fully into being. You ruined that, but sacrificing you should have roughly the same effect."

"Listen."

As more and more lights came on, He Ao looked at Black Shadow and spoke softly.

"Hm?"

Black Shadow froze.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

At that instant, thunderous explosions suddenly erupted throughout the building.

The formation that had been taking shape, outlined in light, instantly collapsed.

"What is this?"

Black Shadow blankly 'looked' at He Ao.

"Timed Bombs."

He Ao shrugged. "I left a little extra time as a precaution, but it worked out